BCCDC reports 12 new measles cases in northeast B.C.
The northeast is responsible for roughly 72 per cent of all confirmed measles cases in the province this year.
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New party merger rules recommended after election which saw fall of B.C. United
In the third volume of its report regarding the 2024 provincial election, Elections BC recommendations policy changes over how two or more parties can merge into one.
AltaGas CEO remains pleased with company performance amid quarterly earnings decline
AltaGas' normalized earnings per share of four cents for the quarter are down compared to the 14 cents reported in 2024.
Fort St. John locals ‘devastated’ as they wait for news from family facing Hurricane Melissa
Fort St. John residents with ties to the Caribbean are reacting to the catastrophic Hurricane Melissa.
Person injured in third Fort St. John shooting in a week
Fort St. John RCMP are investigating a shooting in the 9500 block of 96th Avenue, the third gun incident in a week.
Man arrested after shooting incident at Fort St. John trailer park
A man has been arrested following reports of a shooting incident at Peace Country Mobile Home Park just before 1 p.m. on October 28th.
‘We are all pretty happy’: BCGEU bargaining committee member says deal was best one possible
The BCGEU union, which represents approximately 486 workers in northeast B.C., was entangled in an eight-week strike in a dispute with B.C’s Ministry of Finance over a new contract.
Agricultural plastics recycling program extended in Peace River region
According to the PRRD, local farmers have recycled more than 55 tonnes of twine and grain bags since the launch of the Cleanfarms program in 2021.
Fort St. John postal workers join rotating strikes
CUPW local 738 president Babe Seguin confirmed postal workers in Fort St. John switched to rotating strikes on Tuesday morning, October 28th.
Snowfall warning issued for Pine Pass with reduced visibility and ‘hazardous driving conditions’
Environment Canada has issued a warning about snow falling in the Pine Pass area on the evening of October 28th.
Covid-19 and flu vaccine appointment bookings now available for Fort St. John, Dawson Creek
Appointments can now be booked for Covid-19 and flu vaccinations across the Peace region, including in Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.
Fort St. John, Dawson Creek mill owner to continue investment in ‘next generation of forestry professionals’
Forestry products company LP Building Solutions, which has had a presence in the Peace region since a Dawson Creek mill in the 1980s, will continue its partnership with ForestryWorks and the First Nations Forestry Council.
‘High-calibre competition’: Northeast BC Predators compete among the best at Richmond tournament
The Northeast BC Predators U-18 squad, a class A team, will be playing in the AA class at the Pacific Coast Female Rep Classic hockey tournament in Richmond, B.C. on October 24th to October 26th, 2025.
Postal Strike: Will local postal workers distribute socio-economic cheques?
Socio-economic cheques - such as Old Age Security and Canada Pension Plan cheques - are usually distributed during Canada Post labour stoppages.
Local skaters headed to National Long Track speed skating championships
The chance to compete in the World Cup and Winter Olympics will be on the line for long track speed skaters at Calgary's Olympic Oval, including a foursome from Fort St. John's Speed Skating Club
Pacific Canbriam Energy builds Montney region’s longest ever well
Pacific Canbriam also says investments in larger, longer individual wells demonstrates a commitment to sustainability.
‘Everyone is being included’: Local caterer praises funding for black entrepreneurs
Originally from Nigeria, entrepreneur Oluchi Eguzozie founded A Taste of Africa catering service earlier this year, showcasing Nigerian cuisine to the Peace Region.
BC General Employees’ Union Strike adds BC Wildfire Service to picket lines
The BC General Employees' Union Strike began after Labour Day weekend, now involving various departments and industries within the province.
Indigenous family services organization seeks funds for youth conference
Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona Family Services Society has sent youth to the Gathering our Voices Conference since at least 2018.
‘Reigniting conversations’: Family services society Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona hosts open house and annual general meeting
The Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona family services society hosted an open house and annual general meeting on October 15th.
New party merger rules recommended after election which saw fall of B.C. United
In the third volume of its report regarding the 2024 provincial election, Elections BC recommendations policy changes over how two or more parties can merge into one.
AltaGas CEO remains pleased with company performance amid quarterly earnings decline
AltaGas' normalized earnings per share of four cents for the quarter are down compared to the 14 cents reported in 2024.
Fort St. John locals ‘devastated’ as they wait for news from family facing Hurricane Melissa
Fort St. John residents with ties to the Caribbean are reacting to the catastrophic Hurricane Melissa.
Person injured in third Fort St. John shooting in a week
Fort St. John RCMP are investigating a shooting in the 9500 block of 96th Avenue, the third gun incident in a week.
Man arrested after shooting incident at Fort St. John trailer park
A man has been arrested following reports of a shooting incident at Peace Country Mobile Home Park just before 1 p.m. on October 28th.
‘We are all pretty happy’: BCGEU bargaining committee member says deal was best one possible
The BCGEU union, which represents approximately 486 workers in northeast B.C., was entangled in an eight-week strike in a dispute with B.C’s Ministry of Finance over a new contract.
Agricultural plastics recycling program extended in Peace River region
According to the PRRD, local farmers have recycled more than 55 tonnes of twine and grain bags since the launch of the Cleanfarms program in 2021.
Fort St. John postal workers join rotating strikes
CUPW local 738 president Babe Seguin confirmed postal workers in Fort St. John switched to rotating strikes on Tuesday morning, October 28th.
Snowfall warning issued for Pine Pass with reduced visibility and ‘hazardous driving conditions’
Environment Canada has issued a warning about snow falling in the Pine Pass area on the evening of October 28th.
Covid-19 and flu vaccine appointment bookings now available for Fort St. John, Dawson Creek
Appointments can now be booked for Covid-19 and flu vaccinations across the Peace region, including in Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.
Fort St. John, Dawson Creek mill owner to continue investment in ‘next generation of forestry professionals’
Forestry products company LP Building Solutions, which has had a presence in the Peace region since a Dawson Creek mill in the 1980s, will continue its partnership with ForestryWorks and the First Nations Forestry Council.
‘High-calibre competition’: Northeast BC Predators compete among the best at Richmond tournament
The Northeast BC Predators U-18 squad, a class A team, will be playing in the AA class at the Pacific Coast Female Rep Classic hockey tournament in Richmond, B.C. on October 24th to October 26th, 2025.
Postal Strike: Will local postal workers distribute socio-economic cheques?
Socio-economic cheques - such as Old Age Security and Canada Pension Plan cheques - are usually distributed during Canada Post labour stoppages.
Local skaters headed to National Long Track speed skating championships
The chance to compete in the World Cup and Winter Olympics will be on the line for long track speed skaters at Calgary's Olympic Oval, including a foursome from Fort St. John's Speed Skating Club
Pacific Canbriam Energy builds Montney region’s longest ever well
Pacific Canbriam also says investments in larger, longer individual wells demonstrates a commitment to sustainability.
‘Everyone is being included’: Local caterer praises funding for black entrepreneurs
Originally from Nigeria, entrepreneur Oluchi Eguzozie founded A Taste of Africa catering service earlier this year, showcasing Nigerian cuisine to the Peace Region.
BC General Employees’ Union Strike adds BC Wildfire Service to picket lines
The BC General Employees' Union Strike began after Labour Day weekend, now involving various departments and industries within the province.
Indigenous family services organization seeks funds for youth conference
Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona Family Services Society has sent youth to the Gathering our Voices Conference since at least 2018.
‘Reigniting conversations’: Family services society Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona hosts open house and annual general meeting
The Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona family services society hosted an open house and annual general meeting on October 15th.
